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Home-grown iCare system gives nursing students hands-on electronic health records experience.

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The Center for Applied Research and Evaluation uncovers the secrets of modern data collection techniques.

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Odd Fellows Reanimation

UT faculty help revive a neighborhood cemetery and community spirit.

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